Dairy Queen in Winter Haven
Last inspected:
511 Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven, FL 33880Part of: Dairy Queen Florida health inspections, violations & closures
This Dairy Queen location in Winter Haven has averaged 4.3 violations per inspection across 24 inspections since 2016, tracking near Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. Two disciplinary actions totaling $400 in fines have been issued. Hand washing violations were cited in the most recent inspection on February 2, 2026, which was completed with no further action required. An August 7, 2025 inspection resulted in 20 violations including high-priority findings for approved food source, chemical storage, consumer advisory, food contact surfaces, parasite destruction, and food condition, prompting an administrative complaint recommendation. A January 19, 2024 inspection and an August 14, 2023 inspection also resulted in administrative complaint recommendations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Dairy Queen in Winter Haven: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Dairy Queen in Winter Haven: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025069504 | $200.00 | Aug 7, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2023069928 | $200.00 | Aug 14, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Dairy Queen in Winter Haven: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Dairy Queen in Winter Haven: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Dairy Queen in Winter Haven last inspected?
- Dairy Queen in Winter Haven was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 2, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Dairy Queen in Winter Haven?
- The most frequently cited violations at Dairy Queen in Winter Haven are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Dairy Queen in Winter Haven had?
- Dairy Queen in Winter Haven has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Dairy Queen in Winter Haven find?
- Dairy Queen in Winter Haven was most recently inspected on February 2, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Dairy Queen in Winter Haven ever been shut down?
- No, Dairy Queen in Winter Haven has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has Dairy Queen in Winter Haven faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Dairy Queen in Winter Haven has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Dairy Queen in Winter Haven been fined?
- Dairy Queen in Winter Haven has been fined a total of $400.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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